Job Posting – Peer Support Worker (NNADAP)

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Job Posting – National Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Program Worker

THE NNADAP WORKER IS AN ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR WHO IS FAMILIAR WITH THE SYMPTOMS OF ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE.

Status:  One (1.0) Full time Permanent
Reporting to: Health Manager
Hourly wage: Depending upon experience

Summary

The NNADAP worker is an Addictions Counsellor who is familiar with the symptoms of alcoholism and drug abuse.  He/she is available to those community members who would like to pursue treatment of their abuses.  This is an outpatient program and referrals can be made to an inpatient treatment program.  The main objective is to provide counseling, intervention and prevention and to utilize all resources involved with addictions, such as Police, Social Workers, Health Care Workers, and other professionals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to make accurate assessments of client’s need
  • Ability to ensure confidentiality and security with work with clients and care of their records
  • Ability to mobilize the community in working together to deal with substance abuse
  • Ability to present Addiction Awareness & Prevention, Wellness materials to students in school setting
  • Ability to develop a trusting relationship with clients and staff through open, honest communication and genuine caring for the client situation
  • Skilled in the use of various current computer applications and office equipment
  • Excellent written communication, e.g., Letters, reports, proposals, applications, etc.
  • Knowledge of the First Nation’s culture, customs and health issues.  Willingness to undertake further training in the addictions field to keep current or upon our recommendation.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a role model by practicing personal wellness plan
  • Screen and assess client’s needs and why they are seeking assistance and services
  • Stimulate new programs to drugs and alcohol abuse, such as support circles, Al-anon, A.A., N.A., sponsorships, etc.
  • Collaborate and network with other departments and community organizations
  • Document and maintain cases thoroughly in the confidential files
  • Write quarterly, annual reports and monthly newsletter articles
  • Provide one to one, family and group counseling whenever necessary and refer clients to other appropriate professionals
  • Allow for follow up programs for clients returning from treatment
  • Develop and provide substance abuse information services (Literature, workshops, videos, internet)

 Qualifications:

Valid driver’s license and own vehicle. Upon confirmation of employment a current criminal record check and driver’s abstract is required.

Please send resume and cover letter with three (3) professional references to:

please include the position in the subject line of the email.
Email: [email protected] Please no phone calls
Closing Date:    February 12, 2021

We thank for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.